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BJP's Vishwas Sarang calls MP govt 'tabadla udyog' over transfer of 66 officials

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), June 02 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Vishwas Sarang on Sunday called the Congress government in Madhya Pradesh a "tabadala udyog" (transfer industry) after the Chief Minister Kamal Nath-led government issued transfer orders for 37 IPS and 29 IAS officials. Sarang claimed that bids take place within the government to facilitate such postings.

Radical Islamists ransack 400-year-old Sikh pilgrimage site in Pakistan

New Delhi, June 02: A historical Sikh pilgrimage site was ransacked by the radical Islamists in Narowal area in Punjab province of Pakistan. The 400-year-old Guru Nanak Palace held a special significance among the Sikh minority in Punjab and other Sikh communities residing in different parts of the world. The demolition of a significant religious site testifies the routine barbarity the minorities are subjected to in the Islamic country. Christians, Hindus, Sikhs and Ahmadi Muslims are among the religious groups in Pakistan who have been facing violence and suppression at the hands Pakistan Army and ISI. However, Pakistan's Prime Minister, Imran Khan taking no cognizance of the heinous act perpetrated against the Sikh community - formally inaugurated the work on Kartarpur corridor. It shows the duplicity of Pakistan government in treating its minority for its political gain.

Two Army jawans thrashed by restaurant staff over minor argument in UP's Baghpat

Baghpat (Uttar Pradesh), June 02 (ANI): Two Army persons were thrashed by employees of a restaurant in Uttar Pradesh's Baghpat over a minor argument. Police have arrested around 7-8 employees of the restaurant, and said the two Army jawans were having lunch at the eatery, when the argument broke out and the restaurant staff got involved which resulted in the bloody fight. "Two Army jawans were having lunch at a restaurant, when they had an argument with a person, then the restaurant staff got involved and a fight broke out. Case registered and 7-8 restaurant employees have been arrested, further probe underway," said Ramnand Kushwaha, Circle Officer, Baraut.

Pithoragarh: ITBP jawans rescue 4 missing climbers from Nanda Devi Base Camp

Pithoragarh (Uttarakhand), June 02 (ANI): Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) on Sunday rescued four missing climbers from Nanda Devi Base Camp in Uttarakhand with the help of Indian Air Force (IAF). Pithoragarh District Magistrate VK Jogdande said, "Four mountaineers have been rescued. Since there's the possibility of an avalanche in the area closer to Nanda Devi East, search and rescue operation for remaining 8 mountaineers will continue on Monday or Tuesday depending on weather conditions."

Will not allow anyone to play with future of youth: CM Yogi on LT grade paper leak

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), June 02 (ANI): After a controversy sparked relating to the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) examinations, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said his government would not let anyone play with the future of the youth, and has "made it clear" to the heads of all the Commissions to install transparency in the competitive exams. "We will not let anyone play with law. We have made it clear to the heads of all the Commissions that there should be transparency in competitive examinations. We want to assure the youth of the state that people who will try to play with their future will be put behind bars," Adityanath told ANI. UP Police had arrested the UPSSSC examination controller Anjulata Katiyar over charges of leaking the LT grade paper.

Hundreds participate in LGBTQ pride parade in Pune

Pune (Maharashtra), June 02 (ANI): Hundred of members from lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual and queer (LGBTQ) community participated in the pride march organised in Pune, today. This was the ninth pride march held in Pune by LGBTQ community. Many foreign nationals from different countries also participated in this pride march. The march was flagged off from Balgandharva chowk in Pune. While speaking to ANI, a member of LGBTQ community said, "It is the most happy pride, the whole year has been super happy. We are still celebrating it". A foreign national present in the March said, "I think it is a good way to show the city and locals who are not really aware about this topic".

Soaring temperature accelerates demand of earthen pots in Amritsar

Amritsar (Punjab), Jun 02 (ANI): As heat wave intensified across the country, demand for earthen pots is rising in Amritsar. Earthen pots keep the water cool even in the harsh weather. People are buying the traditional pots for its cooling quality and health benefits. Temperature in the holy city has crossed the 45 degree Celsius mark, and according to IMD predictions, the situation will remain the same for couple more days before the mercury level starts to drop.

Intense heat wave impacting livelihood of farmers in UP's Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh), Jun 02 (ANI): As temperature continued to rise in major parts of the country, farmers are also concerned about their crops. Farmers in Gorakhpur's Kushmi and Khorabar blocks are waiting for monsoon to arrive as intense heat wave is affecting their farmlands. One of the farmers told ANI, "We are watering the crops through pumping sets but whatever fruit is being erected is getting paled due to the hot weather." Another farmer said it's already June, but rain is nowhere to be seen and it's becoming difficult to water the crops through diesel-run pumps as the fuel is hard to afford. Temperature in Gorakhpur is hovering around 40 degrees Celsius, and according to IMD predictions, monsoon will arrive in Kerala on June 06.

Hindus make vermicelli in Varanasi for consumption in Ramadan, Eid

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh), Jun 02 (ANI): Demand for vermicelli has increased in the month of Ramadan. People from Hindu community make traditional vermicelli for consumption in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi. As the festival of Eid is nearing, the production has increased. During the ongoing sacred month of Ramadan, Muslims observe fast from dawn to dusk for about 30 days. They eat 'sehri' (a pre-dawn meal) and break their day-long fast with 'iftar' in the evening.

It's our final decision, JD(U) will never be part of NDA's Union Cabinet: KC Tyagi

Hyderabad, June 02 (ANI): While talking to ANI on JDU being part of NDA led Union Cabinet, Janata Dal (United) leader KC Tyagi said, "The proposal that was given was unacceptable to the JDU therefore, we have decided that in future also JDU will never be a part of the NDA led Union Cabinet, this is our final decision".

Intense heat wave continues to grip parts of country

Lucknow (UP)/ Nagpur (Maharashtra), June 02 (ANI): Intense heat wave has gripped the major parts of the country with many cities touching the 45 degree Celsius mark. Scorching heat has forced people to go out less and those who are travelling outside are making sure to avoid the adverse effect of god sun. Mercury has touched 45 degrees Celsius in Maharashtra's Nagpur, where people are covering their heads while going outside.

Dumka encounter: Wreath laying ceremony of SSB jawan performed

Dumka (Jharkhand), Jun 02 (ANI): Wreath laying ceremony of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) jawan Neeraj Chetri happened today in Jharkhand's Dumka. Neeraj Chetri lost his life during an encounter with Naxals in Dumka today. Four other jawans sustained injuries in an encounter with Naxals on Sunday early morning.

UPSC civil services prelim exams begi

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh), Jun 02 (ANI): Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) preliminary examination has begun today. Exams are being conducted in 72 cities across the country. A candidate condemned the leakage of examination paper in Uttar Pradesh examination. An official informed about the security arrangements made at the examination centre. Lakhs of aspirants appeared for the UPSC preliminary that held in two sessions.

Massive cleanliness drive begins to save Mahananda River in WB's Siliguri

Siliguri (West Bengal), Jun 02 (ANI): Ahead of the World Environment Day, several people came out and organised a three-day long massive cleanliness drive at WB's Siliguri Mahananda River. While speaking to ANI, the organiser said, "Siliguri is a tourist spot. As a result, many people used to visit this area however the condition of the river is getting worse". He added, "Therefore, we came forward and started clearing operation. Along with this, we are appealing government bodies to take immediate steps to save Mahananda River and implement 'Mahananda Action Plan' which was declared many years ago".

JD(U) leaders inducted because of vacancies, no issue with BJP: Nitish Kumar

Patna (Bihar), Jun 02 (ANI): Chief Minister of Bihar Nitish Kumar on cabinet expansion. Bihar CM is set to expand his Council of Ministers with induction of new ministers from the JD(U) party. While speaking to ANI, CM Nitish Kumar said, "Vacancies from JD(U) quota in the cabinet were empty so JD(U) leaders were inducted, there is no issue with BJP, and everything is fine".

Yoga rehearsal held ahead of International Yoga Day in Mysore

Mysore (Karnataka), Jun 02 (ANI): A yoga session was held near Jayachamarajendra Wadiyar Circle in Mysore, Karnataka on Sunday. About 800 individuals participated in the yoga session. The session was held as part of rehearsal ahead of the International Yoga Day. International Yoga Day is celebrated on June 21.

Home Minister Amit Shah visits National Police Museum

New Delhi, Jun 02 (ANI): Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday visited National Police Museum in the national capital. He was accompanied by Home Secretary Rajiv Gauba. Earlier today, Amit Shah paid tribute to National Police Memorial. Shah assumed office on Saturday as Union Home Minister in Narendra Modi government 2.0.

Bihar cabinet expansion: 8 JD(U) ministers take oath

Patna (Bihar), Jun 02 (ANI): Bihar cabinet expansion took place on Sunday at Governor's house in Patna. Eight Janata Dal (United) leaders took oath as ministers in state government. JDU leaders Ashok Choudhary, Shyam Rajak, L Prasad, Bima Bharti, Ram Sevak Singh, Sanjay Jha, Neeraj Kumar and Narendra Narayan Yadav took oath as ministers. Bihar Governor Lalji Tandon administered the oath.

Will send 10 Lakh 'Jai Shri Ram' postcards to Mamata Banerjee: BJP's Arjun Singh

Barrackpore (WB), Jun 02 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Arjun Singh said that the party will send 10 lakh postcards with 'Jai Shri Ram' written on it to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. He said, "CM Mamata Banerjee arrested 10 people for chanting 'Jai Sri Ram', so now BJP will send 10 Lakh postcards with 'Jai Shri Ram' written on them, to her, let her arrest 10 lakh people. It seems she has lost her mental balance." At least 10 people were arrested on May 31 for chanting "Jai Shri Ram" slogans as Mamata Banerjee's convoy passed through Bhatpara area of North 24 Parganas district.

Heat waves intensify in Punjab's Ludhiana

Ludhiana (Punjab), Jun 02 (ANI): The heat wave conditions further intensified in Punjab's Ludhiana. People in the city are facing difficulties due to extreme hot temperature. The temperature in the city crossed 44 degree mark. While speaking to ANI, a local said, "It is getting very difficult to move out of the house in this hot weather. The temperature has increased in last three days". Another local stated that it is very important to keep ourselves hydrated in this hot weather.